If you're planning on staying at YHA Ironbridge Coalport, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
Coalport and Ironbridge
This walk passes through lovely countryside and highlights the industrial history of the area
Easy route (PDF, 1.2MB)
4.4 miles, takes 1h 45m - 3h
Broseley
A lovely walk crossing the River Severn to Broseley and returning through a nature reserve
Moderate route (PDF, 1.2MB)
5.9 miles, takes 2h 45m - 4h 30m
Much Wenlock
Along the picturesque River Severn to Much Wenlock, returning through Shropshire countryside
Challenging route (PDF, 1.1MB)
16 miles, takes 7h 15m - 8h 15m
All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
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We've done it in a canoe, kayak and even in a white water raft and we love it. For a peaceful time on the water try the stretch from Ironbridge to Bridgnorth or for a buzz have a play around on the...
Switch on your imagination in our interactive Design & Technology Centre and discover how ideas are turned into products. Visit the Enginuity website
There are ten award-winning Museums along the valley beside the wild River Severn - still spanned by the world's first Iron Bridge. Visit the Museums website for full details
Want to get to know more about local industry? The Jackfield Tile Museum lets you wander through an atmospheric Edwardian Tube Station and a old-fashioned pub. Want to paint your own tile(s), there...
Meet the Victorians in this recreated Victorian town, with cottages, shops and workplaces. Don't miss the horse and cart ride! See the Blist Hill pages of the Ironbridge website
50 metres Explore the National Collections of Coalport China and watch daily demonstrations of china making. Visit the website
Take an historic ride on the Silkin Way from Coalport or follow the cycle routes in to Ironbridge following the banks of the River Severn.
Follow cycle route 45, 55 and 81 from the doorstep, do your own thing or take an Olympic journey and cycle to the home of Wenlock Olympian Games and have a well earned tea and cake.
Specialising in mountain bikes and riding the Long Mynd. Pop in for a brew and a chat - advice is free!
10 miles For an unforgettable look into the past, visit Wroxeter for one of the best preserved examples of a British Roman town. You can walk through the tiles of a Roman bathhouse. Visit the website
Admission is free to this museum with 70 aircraft on display. Home to war planes, missiles and transport & training collections. Visit the website
A working railway transports customer up 111ft sandstone cliffs that separate the town and the River Severn. Visit railway website
Attingham Park features an elegant 18th century mansion set in beautiful parkland. Don't miss the atmospheric dining room, set for an evening banquet.
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore this beautiful part of the country. The beautiful Shropshire Hills are just waiting to be discovered. Discovering Britain walk with the Royal...
Great for canoeing on the River Severn. Bring your own canoe and spend a day on the water. Don't forget your picnic!
Jump on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape on your bike. Seasoned pro or just fancy a ride, there is something for everyone to enjoy.